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Old 11-11-2007, 07:19 PM   #1
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Is the concensus not to drive it until replaced? The oil hasn't been changed since Jan. 07 at 45K so it most likely isn't the oil fill tube.

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A leaking RMS will not blow up the motor unless you let the oil level drop too far and then ignore the low oil pressure IDIOT light.
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Old 11-11-2007, 07:46 PM   #3
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That said, take it to your dealer and have it looked at.
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Is the concensus not to drive it until replaced? The oil hasn't been changed since Jan. 07 at 45K so it most likely isn't the oil fill tube.

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Old 11-12-2007, 07:11 AM   #5
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If you keep the oil level up, the RMS issues will not harm your car.

It will soil your floor though?

When you get it repaired, ask your tech HOW something like this could happen?

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Old 11-13-2007, 08:21 AM   #6
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At 45k you might want the clutch replaced since its already opened.
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